Operation Sindoor: The Indian Army destroyed multiple terrorist launchpads near the Line of Control during a decisive operation carried out on the night of May 8 and 9, 2025. This action, part of Operation Sindoor, was launched in response to the Pakistani Army’s nefarious attempts to conduct drone attacks in various cities across Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab.
Table of Contents

Swift Strike, Strong Message
Acting swiftly, the Indian Army launched a preemptive strike, completely destroying the terrorist launchpads and reducing them to ashes. These launchpads, located close to the LoC, had long served as bases for planning and executing terrorist attacks targeting Indian civilians and security forces.
The Army’s swift and precise action has dealt a major blow to the terrorist infrastructure and significantly weakened their operational capabilities.
Drone Attack on Nankana Sahib Gurudwara Is Fake: Govt Clarifies
On Saturday, May 10, the Government of India strongly rejected viral social media claims suggesting that India carried out a drone attack on the Nankana Sahib Gurudwara in Pakistan.
“A video circulating on social media falsely claims that India targeted Nankana Sahib with a drone strike. This claim is completely fake,” said PIB’s Fact Check unit.
The government clarified that such misinformation is being spread to incite communal tension within India. Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, holds deep religious significance for Sikhs worldwide, and the Government emphasized the importance of respecting such sacred sites.
Also read: